Seriously one of the best serger videos I’ve seen. Especially appreciate you mentioning your tension and stitch length/differential feed settings. 🙌 I am professionally trained and still found this video extremely valuable!
Great video and beautiful demonstrations. Thank you. A small suggestion: is to show the images of when the tensions are being adjusted for the people who are not well versed on sergers and may need to actually see the dials the video is referring to. Thank you again for sharing.
Wonderful, thank you! I used wash out interfacing and on the finest see through fabric I have ever seen it has worked!For those new to overlockers I suggest spending one day threading and unthreading your machine, over and over and over......it does work to take away all fears of thread breaking, or changing colours. The man who sold me my Bernina 1300MDC suggested it and now I LOVE my machine and as an alterations seamstress it is essential. Enjoy!
You have solved a big problem for me . Thank you for sharing this info . I never thought of using a stabilizer and this is going to make a huge difference ....❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for this great tutorial and thank you, most of all, for talking about the importance of good thread. I though I could "cheat" and use regular (not made for overlocking) cheaper thread. My rolled hems looked awful! So, an hour of changing the tensions and sewing them again and again -rethreading and oiling the machine I came across your video.Boom! I heard you talk about the thread, (no idea why I didn´t think about it before) I got some good quality thread, and now my rolled hems look perfect. Thank you - sometimes it´s just the little things we overlook :)
Good video w/friendly explanations that encompass most machines without pushing what she is using. Love the various suggestions [plastic wrap - who knew!!] Now I can finally do something with these lovely chiffon-type fabrics I have. Here's an FYI folks - you need to use your serger on a REGULAR basis so all the parts stay lubricated!! - a $112 lesson. Broken wrist should not be an excuse :)
Great video, some awesome tips that I didn't know. Just shortened a formal dress, was so much easier with your stabilizing method. I used the plastic wrap since it's a black dress, however I did find that the plastic wrap would cling to the underside of the foot and the fabric would bunch up while the plastic stayed put. I overcame this by using an anti-static powder thingy I have that reduces static on cardstock when I'm heat embossing. Worked like a charm!
Thanks. I used my old serger for yrs just serging seam allowances on garment makes. My new serger I use for everything. Last yr I tried napkins w rolled hems. Just followed the manual and they came out great. Your vid helped so much bc if I try doing this on other fabric, I need to know that there are differences and how to set up for them. 😊
Thank You for the tutorial. Your teaching is great. I appreciate the priority of teaching over advertising. I have ordered parts because of the tutorials . Thank you. I was looking for a rolled hem foot for my old Singer. Your tutorial helped a great deal. I am making bags from cloth ie sails and billboards found after hurricane Irma. Last bag has serged edges and looks so much better than no serged edges.
Great tutorial.....I've learned so much from just two of your videos so far an I've been sewing for quite some time.......Thank you so much....your a wonderful teacher....
Hi mam... Heartily thanks to you for your tutorial series about foot presser , Its like a Milestone which can uplift from junior to expert level . Or from bachelor degree to Masters levels..🎓
Hi, I am new with serger and still learning. In your video, the setting of roll hem with left needle is 3, lower and upper loop is 8 (nylon thread) and 9 (polyester). So I don't know what is this setting? I want to do the roll hem for the scarves . Your video is very helpful. Thank you
Thanks for the beautiful video have on domestic Seger that can do rolled hem.for years , pls I have a brother serger so just want to know if my machine too can do this rolled hem and how to go about the settings . Thanks very much and God bless
I am in neeeeeed of a tutorial settings for serging (I have the Singer Finishing Touch) a hem on lace and especially for the bottom. I'm trying to hem a lace peplum top to go over a dress and sewing isn't as sturdy (imo). I can't find a tutorial or even just a google search of the settings. Please help! Thank you and I love your videos they have been so very helpful.
Oh gurl,am I glad I ran into you. I suck at this. I've had my serger over 5 yrs., and I'm still afraid of it. When doing a rolled hem, do I set the stitch finger on "R", or leave it on "S"? By the way, I appreciate your teaching method. You explain so well, and clear. Thanks for simplifying this dark machine.
I'm so glad you cleared this up for me, and thanks for your response, because I didn't know what the heck I was doing. Okay, I guess I'll go play with it when I get the time:)
thanks for DAT video i followed my server book n put d knife in d non working position after i put back d knife in d working position it not cutting d fabric any help please.
thanks I just did a rolled hem on a poly table cloth. I think I need to redo it with a stabilizer, it looks like it wants to pull out in a couple area's :(.
Hi! I didn't have to use a rolled hem plate because the stitch finger on this serger is independently adjustable. I can just switch it off for a rolled hem.
Our pleasure! :) You do not have to use wooly nylon; however, it helps fill in the rolled hem nicely. If you don't have any wooly nylon handy, to have a nice- tidy rolled hem, try using a smaller stitch length. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing this tutorial. I just purchased my back up serger, I thought I can use my existing serger threads but it’s way big. What is your suggested I can use. I have same machine Singer ProFinish. I’m news to singer and would like to purchase some serger thread. Thanks
I love Maxi-Lock! You can purchase many different colors via the link: www.sewingpartsonline.com/maxi-lock-serger-thread.aspx?sort.ss_cat_sort=desc&index=1
I really enjoyed your lesson because I am sewing my wife a sheer high low blouse and I wanted it to look store bought as much as possible. now I am armed with the knowledge to do this thing. Is using the clear (fishing line type) thread ok to use when sewing? I dislike changing the colors all the time.
Tim R Hi Tim! Changing out the thread is definitely a pain, but I wouldn't use clear thread on a sheer blouse, because the thread is kind of harsh for such delicate fabric. A silk thread is nice for light fabric, but you can use polyester.
I am using a singer serger and I am doing the 4 thread stitch and I have been using my scrap piece of satin for almost two hours and it wont come out right. I am using diff feed of 1, blue 7, green 7, red 1, and yellow 1. I just need your help please .
Hi Sara :-) This video and all your videos are sooooo good. I have a teensy weensy favor to ask of you... Would you please include the Stitch Width that you are using in the video---as your outcome will give us an idea of which way to go with the width ( Your example would help us to gauge what width is needed for our project)...hope this makes sense...Would you please do that for us? :-) (Include the Stitch Width you used in the demo I mean ) Many Blessings, E.
Hi! I love your videos! I am making a wedding veil for my daughter using fine netting. I would like to do a rolled hem along the veil edges. What type needle, thread, settings and tension should I use? I have never serged fine fabric.
Michelle Martinez Hi! First, congratulations on your daughter's wedding! The needle and settings depend on your serger. On my serger, I use a 75/11 schmetz needle and set both my loopers to the highest tension. For fine fabric, a needle tension of 5 should be good. Disengage your stitch finger and set your stitch length to the shortest setting. Your differential feed should be set to 1. Because each machine model has it's own settings, test your settings on the fabric until you get it perfect before hemming the actual veil. I really love using decorative thread or wooly nylon thread when doing a rolled edge. Also, because your sewing fine netting, you'll want to stabilize the hem with either a water soluble stabilizer or by folding the fabric edges under 1/2 inch before serging (trim the excess fabric when finished). I hope that wasn't too confusing!
Hi, I was just wondering if you have any tutorials on how to change the serger settings? For example how to only use the right needle? Sorry if this a pretty stupid question
Hi! Wooly Nylon is great for rolled hems because it really fill in the empty spaces. If you aren't looking for a full, thick look - wooly is a great choice. Remember to buy good quality - poor quality wooly will fray and snag. Good luck!
I am sorry, but you are not able to covert that machine into a serger. I would suggest contacting Janome directly for more information. I am sorry I could not be of further assistance.
Hi, I have this serger and I’m trying to do a rolled hem with the same setting but the lower looper thread keeps breaking after threading the fabric for a few seconds. Can someone explain why this is happening.
Seriously one of the best serger videos I’ve seen. Especially appreciate you mentioning your tension and stitch length/differential feed settings. 🙌 I am professionally trained and still found this video extremely valuable!
Great video and beautiful demonstrations. Thank you. A small suggestion: is to show the images of when the tensions are being adjusted for the people who are not well versed on sergers and may need to actually see the dials the video is referring to. Thank you again for sharing.
Wonderful, thank you! I used wash out interfacing and on the finest see through fabric I have ever seen it has worked!For those new to overlockers I suggest spending one day threading and unthreading your machine, over and over and over......it does work to take away all fears of thread breaking, or changing colours. The man who sold me my Bernina 1300MDC suggested it and now I LOVE my machine and as an alterations seamstress it is essential. Enjoy!
You have solved a big problem for me . Thank you for sharing this info . I never thought of using a stabilizer and this is going to make a huge difference ....❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for this great tutorial and thank you, most of all, for talking about the importance of good thread. I though I could "cheat" and use regular (not made for overlocking) cheaper thread. My rolled hems looked awful! So, an hour of changing the tensions and sewing them again and again -rethreading and oiling the machine I came across your video.Boom! I heard you talk about the thread, (no idea why I didn´t think about it before) I got some good quality thread, and now my rolled hems look perfect. Thank you - sometimes it´s just the little things we overlook :)
Good video w/friendly explanations that encompass most machines without pushing what she is using. Love the various suggestions [plastic wrap - who knew!!] Now I can finally do something with these lovely chiffon-type fabrics I have. Here's an FYI folks - you need to use your serger on a REGULAR basis so all the parts stay lubricated!! - a $112 lesson. Broken wrist should not be an excuse :)
You just SAVED me!! Thank you for your tutorial.
Great video, some awesome tips that I didn't know. Just shortened a formal dress, was so much easier with your stabilizing method. I used the plastic wrap since it's a black dress, however I did find that the plastic wrap would cling to the underside of the foot and the fabric would bunch up while the plastic stayed put. I overcame this by using an anti-static powder thingy I have that reduces static on cardstock when I'm heat embossing. Worked like a charm!
***** What a brilliant tip! Thank you so much for sharing!
Yes! Thank you! I nearly gave up on a tutu skirt for my daughter but this tutorial saved the day!
This is an excellent tutorial for the serger rolled hem. Thank you for the up close shot.
Our pleasure!
I've had a serger for years and never did a rolled hem. This helped me so much.
Thanks
Glad to help!
Thank you for your wonderful Master Class.
WOW! You rock! And I love that you went quickly.
Wow.....so easy when you know how. I have been wanting to find out how to do this for years. Thank you 😍
You are so welcome!
Thank You!! Thank You!! Thank You!! I just love your videos!!!
Our pleasure!
hey Sarah. Love your video as usual. I always learn so much from and you're so easy to learn from. Excellent teaching .
Thank you Sara. I always enjoy you informative tutorials.
Thanks. I used my old serger for yrs just serging seam allowances on garment makes. My new serger I use for everything. Last yr I tried napkins w rolled hems. Just followed the manual and they came out great.
Your vid helped so much bc if I try doing this on other fabric, I need to know that there are differences and how to set up for them. 😊
Thank You for the tutorial. Your teaching is great. I appreciate the priority of teaching over advertising. I have ordered parts because of the tutorials . Thank you. I was looking for a rolled hem foot for my old Singer. Your tutorial helped a great deal. I am making bags from cloth ie sails and billboards found after hurricane Irma. Last bag has serged edges and looks so much better than no serged edges.
Thank you for watching!
Great video. This helps me a lot. I just purchased my serger about 2 weeks ago. Thanks!
What a great video clear and concise really great tips
Great tutorial.....I've learned so much from just two of your videos so far an I've been sewing for quite some time.......Thank you so much....your a wonderful teacher....
Excellent tips! Thanks so much!
Thank you for this video. The addition of stabilizer for serging was a great tip.
I don't even own a serge but I found your video to be very informative and I'll store this info for future use. Enjoyed your tutorial.
Thank you for watching!
Great, need a rolled hem pretty much immediately and only found videos which require a converter that I don't have time to buy. Thank you🙏
You're welcome! We're so glad it helped you.
Good luck! They are such a great addition to any sewing room.
Thank you so much for this video. I fought with some flimsy fabric all day, wish I had seen this before I started this morning. Lots of good tips.
Your tutorials are very helpful. Thank you so much !
We're so glad they have been helpful! Thank you for watching!
Very helpful video! Thank you sooooo much! A dress up tutu is in my daughter's future!!
Thank you this is something I have been struggling with. Now for some practice.
Thank you so much for these tips!
Thank you that was very helpful indeed. I'm new to serger machine but I love it already.
Thanks ever so much for your help! I forgot the wooly nylon. duh!!! Keep up your good work!
Thank you for sharing your expertise!
You are very welcome! Glad you enjoyed!
Great video! Thanks for the different methods, using a stabilizers to help make the perfect rolled hem with settings on the serger. Very helpful! :).
Thank you for your time. I was able to find what I was looking for with your help. I really enjoy your tutorials, and hope to see many more.
Thanks you so much for sharing i was struggling with a rolled hem on a shiffon dress this video helped me get through.
Thank you that’s really helpful. ♥️💕🐣
Thank you for this tutorial !! I've been dreading doing rolled hems lol
Delisha Bellamy You're welcome! Hope you found it helpful!
Thank you. this video is very helpful to me. Keep up the great job.
Great video for a (formerly) challenging task! Thanks
Our pleasure!
This was really helpful! Thank you!
Thank you , so much , great tips ,
Awesome thank you. We design and make custom clothing- this helps
Thankyou very helpful , scared of rolled hemming but you make it look so easy :-)
Thank you for watching! It's a great hem - I hope you enjoy it!
OMG video is a life send!! Thank you!! 👏😊😄
Hi mam...
Heartily thanks to you for your tutorial series about foot presser ,
Its like a Milestone which can uplift from junior to expert level .
Or from bachelor degree to Masters levels..🎓
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for such a good video. Very helpful.
REALLY HELPFUL, THANKS
You are now my BEST FRIEND!
Thanks so much 😍😍 it's so helpful to me thanks again😍😍
We are glad that you found it helpful! Thank you for watching.
Wow, tissue paper, plastic wrap, just brilliant!
Thank you, this info helped immensely.
Thanks for this video, after a year i bought my serger machine only now i know how to use it for rolled hem....haha
So brilliant! Those are great ideas.
Genial. Mil gracias. Saludos desde Madrid. 🙋👏👏👏👍
Thank you I really enjoy it
Thank you for the tip.
Hi, I am new with serger and still learning. In your video, the setting of roll hem with left needle is 3, lower and upper loop is 8 (nylon thread) and 9 (polyester). So I don't know what is this setting? I want to do the roll hem for the scarves . Your video is very helpful. Thank you
Were using the woolly thread in the yellow looper as well.
Doris Saylor Hi! Nope, just the red looper.
Thanks for the beautiful video have on domestic Seger that can do rolled hem.for years , pls I have a brother serger so just want to know if my machine too can do this rolled hem and how to go about the settings . Thanks very much and God bless
I am in neeeeeed of a tutorial settings for serging (I have the Singer Finishing Touch) a hem on lace and especially for the bottom. I'm trying to hem a lace peplum top to go over a dress and sewing isn't as sturdy (imo). I can't find a tutorial or even just a google search of the settings. Please help! Thank you and I love your videos they have been so very helpful.
Hi Nadeen! Just the Upper and Lower looper are fine. What are you making??
Thanks for this video. A ton of helpful hints. I love the rolled hem on projects but always had the problem of it tearing away from the fabric.
Thanks for your amazing tutorials on the Singer Serger. You have taught me how to serge!!! Do you have a tutorial on changing the needle position?
Oh gurl,am I glad I ran into you. I suck at this. I've had my serger over 5 yrs., and I'm still afraid of it. When doing a rolled hem, do I set the stitch finger on "R", or leave it on "S"? By the way, I appreciate your teaching method. You explain so well, and clear. Thanks for simplifying this dark machine.
HAHA "this dark machine" - that's the first time I've heard it described like that. Love it! Anywho - for a rolled hem, switch to "R"
I'm so glad you cleared this up for me, and thanks for your response, because I didn't know what the heck I was doing. Okay, I guess I'll go play with it when I get the time:)
Thanks so much. I love clarity.
thanks for DAT video i followed my server book n put d knife in d non working position after i put back d knife in d working position it not cutting d fabric any help please.
Hi!! thanks for all your tips, I was wondering why my serger is sewing fine and at a point it will picker a bit why is it not consistent. thanks!
this was great!
Does this machine have presser foot pressure adjustment? I lighter adjustment may offer a better result.
do you have a tutorial for how to overlock like you fin on the bottom of a knit jersey t shirt
Thanks for the great lesson. If I am doing napkins or a scarf, I can curve around the corners, but what is the best way to end?
thanks I just did a rolled hem on a poly table cloth. I think I need to redo it with a stabilizer, it looks like it wants to pull out in a couple area's :(.
Hi! I didn't have to use a rolled hem plate because the stitch finger on this serger is independently adjustable. I can just switch it off for a rolled hem.
Thank you SEW much!!!!
Hello, wonderful tutorial! Thank you :). Do you have to use the woolly
nylon thread for a rolled hem?
Our pleasure! :) You do not have to use wooly nylon; however, it helps fill in the rolled hem nicely. If you don't have any wooly nylon handy, to have a nice- tidy rolled hem, try using a smaller stitch length. Thanks for watching!
@@SewingPartsOnline Thank you so much for your quick reply :)
@@annmariereid5136 You're welcome! If you have any questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. :)
Very helpful
Thanks for sharing this tutorial. I just purchased my back up serger, I thought I can use my existing serger threads but it’s way big. What is your suggested I can use. I have same machine Singer ProFinish. I’m news to singer and would like to purchase some serger thread. Thanks
I love Maxi-Lock! You can purchase many different colors via the link: www.sewingpartsonline.com/maxi-lock-serger-thread.aspx?sort.ss_cat_sort=desc&index=1
I really enjoyed your lesson because I am sewing my wife a sheer high low blouse and I wanted it to look store bought as much as possible. now I am armed with the knowledge to do this thing. Is using the clear (fishing line type) thread ok to use when sewing? I dislike changing the colors all the time.
Tim R Hi Tim! Changing out the thread is definitely a pain, but I wouldn't use clear thread on a sheer blouse, because the thread is kind of harsh for such delicate fabric. A silk thread is nice for light fabric, but you can use polyester.
If I want to sew a Jersey knits on my Serger, should I use woolly nylon threads on all 4 loops?
I am using a singer serger and I am doing the 4 thread stitch and I have been using my scrap piece of satin for almost two hours and it wont come out right. I am using diff feed of 1, blue 7, green 7, red 1, and yellow 1. I just need your help please .
Hi Tashi! I'm so sorry you are having trouble. Are you trying to do a 4 thread overlock or a rolled hem?
4 thread overclock
Hi! Assuming you are using all polyester thread, try 5-5-5-5
Hi Sara :-) This video and all your videos are sooooo good. I have a teensy weensy favor to ask of you...
Would you please include the Stitch Width that you are using in the video---as your outcome will give us an idea of which way to go with the width ( Your example would help us to gauge what width is needed for our project)...hope this makes sense...Would you please do that for us? :-) (Include the Stitch Width you used in the demo I mean )
Many Blessings,
E.
also how to set up overlocker fore rolled hem would be soooo helpful
Can you please demonstrate rolled hem on stretch polyester?
Hi! I love your videos! I am making a wedding veil for my daughter using fine netting. I would like to do a rolled hem along the veil edges. What type needle, thread, settings and tension should I use? I have never serged fine fabric.
Michelle Martinez Hi! First, congratulations on your daughter's wedding! The needle and settings depend on your serger. On my serger, I use a 75/11 schmetz needle and set both my loopers to the highest tension. For fine fabric, a needle tension of 5 should be good. Disengage your stitch finger and set your stitch length to the shortest setting. Your differential feed should be set to 1. Because each machine model has it's own settings, test your settings on the fabric until you get it perfect before hemming the actual veil. I really love using decorative thread or wooly nylon thread when doing a rolled edge. Also, because your sewing fine netting, you'll want to stabilize the hem with either a water soluble stabilizer or by folding the fabric edges under 1/2 inch before serging (trim the excess fabric when finished). I hope that wasn't too confusing!
Sewing Parts Online Hi! My left needle is stuck and I can't get it out or put a right needle in. Can I just use the left needle for this?
Very helpful. Thank you!!
Thank you for watching!
what are the settings for the chiffon fabric, are they different than the ones for the stiffer fabric?
Hi, I was just wondering if you have any tutorials on how to change the serger settings? For example how to only use the right needle? Sorry if this a pretty stupid question
Not stupid at all! Is their a type of stitch you are trying to make or do you want a more narrow seam?
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How to you going around the corners and still have a nice hem?
how do you do corners? I'm making 43" x 43" floppy scarfs.. and need the corners to look GREAT!! help
What tension settings did you use for the chiffon?
Is woolery thread better to use on rolled hems? I think that is the name of it, I am trying to make pocket hankys so I want it to be full
Hi! Wooly Nylon is great for rolled hems because it really fill in the empty spaces. If you aren't looking for a full, thick look - wooly is a great choice. Remember to buy good quality - poor quality wooly will fray and snag. Good luck!
ok thanks a lot!
Is the presser feet of a regular sewing machine like Singer Heavy duty 4411 the same of the Singer Pro finish Serger ?
The Pro finish Serger appears to gave different feet. I would recommend contacting our Customer Service Team at 888-824-1192
Can you do this on microfiber
Thank you !
Can we fit a serger in the Usha Janome ALLURE mechine?
Please give me a reply
I am sorry, but you are not able to covert that machine into a serger. I would suggest contacting Janome directly for more information. I am sorry I could not be of further assistance.
Hi, I have this serger and I’m trying to do a rolled hem with the same setting but the lower looper thread keeps breaking after threading the fabric for a few seconds. Can someone explain why this is happening.
I was wondering if the clear TPU tape would be okay as well? The one used for swimsuits etc.